Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at BIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

128

Total Quantity

2,660

NHS Cost

£133

vs National Avg

+38.5%

BIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 128 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £133 to the NHS. This is 38.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	128
Total Quantity	2,660
Total NHS Cost	£133
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+38.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	128 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+38.5% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.